Chhalaang Fund

Chhalaang Fund is sponsored by Dani Sports Foundation. This fund is open to organizations working in physical literacy, early talent development, inclusive access to sports, and long-term athlete development in India. The goal is to support high-impact organizations to grow, strengthen their work, and expand their reach.

Chhalaang Fund | Dani Sports Foundation AN INITIATIVE BY DANI SPORTS FOUNDATION TO SUPPORT NGOS USING SPORTS FOR SOCIAL CHANGE. This fund is open to organizations working in areas such as physical literacy, early talent development, inclusive access to sports, and long-term athlete development.

Through this Request for Proposal (RFP), we aim to identify and support high-impact organizations, helping them grow, strengthen their work, and expand their reach. ​ Our larger vision is to build a healthier, more active India where sport becomes a powerful driver of inclusive growth and lasting transformation.

Brahmaputra Volleyball League Integrate Sports for Development activities into Core Development Agendas Build a Transparent, Evidence-Driven Grant Platform Develop a national network of leading not-for-profits driving sports for development.

Promote Organizational Resilience and Innovation Promote Sustainability and Collaboration Organizations focused on athlete development including but not limited to those engaged in early-stage talent identification, long-term athlete nurturing, and team-based sports programs geared toward competitive progression at the state, national, or international levels.

Organizations leveraging Sports, Physical Activity and play based activities interventions for social development including but not limited to those organizations implementing early childhood development programs, school based interventions, community based interventions, programs specifically designed to address social or geographical vulnerabilities of a certain population.

In addition to aligning with the defined programmatic categories, organizations must meet the following eligibility criteria to be considered for support under the Chhalaang Fund: Be a legally registered not-for-profit or Section 8 company in India with a minimum of 3 years of operations in the Sports for Development and/or Sports domain at the time of application.

Hold relevant registrations such as 12A, 80G, and (if applicable) FCRA, along with up-to-date audited financial statements. Have a minimum of 3 full-time staff engaged in core operations or program implementation. While not mandatory, organizations with the following attributes may receive added consideration during the selection process: Focus on system-level outcomes, beyond individual participation.

Active presence or program experience in underserved regions or with marginalized communities. Strong commitment to gender inclusion, equity, and/or para-sports. Existing collaborations with schools, sports federations, or local partners.

Clear potential and readiness to scale, replicate, or share learnings across programs or geographies. Applications will be screened for legal and financial compliance, programmatic relevance, and organizational readiness. This includes verifying registrations (12A, 80G, FCRA if applicable), reviewing audited financials, Theory of Change, governance structure, and prior grant management experience.

Selected applicants will present their proposals to a panel comprising DSF leadership, domain experts, and strategic advisors. The discussion will evaluate feasibility, execution approach, and long-term potential. Constructive feedback will be provided, and revisions may be requested.

DSF will conduct site visits to project locations or organizational offices. These visits include meetings with key staff, leadership, and beneficiaries to assess on-ground capabilities and gain a deeper understanding of the organization's delivery model and culture. Shortlisted organizations will submit detailed proposals outlining their program strategy, context, and fit with the Fund’s objectives.

The DSF team will assess these for clarity and alignment, and share feedback. Applicants may be required to revise and resubmit based on recommendations. Organizations will be selected based on overall fit, operational strength, and potential for scalable impact.

Selected grantees will enter into a formal agreement with DSF outlining key milestones, reporting requirements, and mutual commitments. The following steps explain how to apply and submit your RFP for the Chhalaang Fund. ​ Carefully read the Request for Proposal (RFP) document to fully understand the application requirements and eligibility criteria.

Download the Project Proposal Format and Project Budget Format from the links below, and complete them with all relevant details before submission. Use the application link provided below to submit your application. Submission will be considered complete only if done through this link.

​ APPLICATIONS FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY ARE NOW CLOSED. STAY TUNED FOR FUTURE UPDATES AND OPENINGS.